Do you vacuum seal your dry goods? What else do you vacuum seal to extend the shelf life? Thanks!

@lynnheath4869

3 жыл бұрын

It’s helpful to put the instructions on it as well. I also add the weight to things like rice and flour.

@blessedmomma6626

3 жыл бұрын

After watching this video when you put it out, I portioned out a lot of dried goods I had but; how long would you say the shelf life has been extended by doing this?

@prepper6787

2 жыл бұрын

I vacuum dehydrated fruits. Citrus mostly, but berries as well.

@johndickson435

2 жыл бұрын

I do

@christyhumphrey8567

2 жыл бұрын

Can you vacuum seal tators without the brown bag?

In case no one has mentioned it, when you open the vacuum sealed package, cut close to the sealed seam. You will be able to reuse that bag to vacuum seal another portion.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

That's a great tip. Thanks for sharing!

@michelegrice4938

2 жыл бұрын

I also do this. And when it gets very small l put them sideways for tiny things.

@NaomiC336

2 жыл бұрын

I do that too. Actually I would use the more narrow bag for this item. I’m pretty frugal. 😊

Lady, you are really good at teaching others and explaining the "WHYS" and the "HOWS". Thank you for your time and effort. GOOD JOB!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sho much for the encouragement! You're very kind.

Thanks for showing the cutting board tip that makes cutting/sealing bags much easier. I've been doing that for years. Since my FoodSaver stays on the counter, space in front of it is ideal for storing the board for easy access, too. On another note, where feasible, I store many dry foods in vacuum sealed mason jars. Cover powderly contents with paper cupcake liners to help block the powder from entering the pump. Tip: When measuring dry goods, use a dry weight measuring cup. The glass measuring cup is used for measuring liquids. Often, it doesn't make a difference. Sometimes, for certain ingredients it does make a difference. When using dry measure measuring cups, it's easy to use a straight edge to level the amount in the cup for more accurate measurement. Tip: Write the contents of the bag on the strip above the final seal. That part is usually cut off when opening the bag. Result is that the bag, after washing & drying, is ready to use again for something smaller that fits. Thanks for sharing.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all of your great tips and advice. I would love to have the jar sealer attachment but haven't been able to find one. The ones on Amazon are too expensive.

@oldtimerlee8820

3 жыл бұрын

@@HeartFilledHomemaking The FoodSaver site doesn't indicate that they are still out of stock, as it did a couple of weeks ago. The two jar sized adapters and connector hose are $24.99 for the set. That's a good price. About the same as when each item was sold separately at FoodSaver. If your FoodSaver accessory port is green, the hose with this set will not fit. To use these attachments with a FS with the green port requires a different hose. That has been out of stock, for a while. (sigh) There are a couple of workarounds. (1) Modifies the port (2) Uses a brake bleeder hand vacuum with the jar accessories (3) Buying the $14.99 FoodSaver Held Held Sealer. This works with the green accessory port and will work with the jar sealers and also to seal the new FoodSaver zippered bags. FWIW... I have both 2 and 3. Have the instructions for item 1, if ever needed. Brake bleeder is an option to vacuum seal mason jars, if the grid goes down for some reason. If you don't have the green port, the hose should work with all other models of vacuum sealer, except maybe the GameSaver. If you have one of those, check with FoodSaver. Hope this helps.

@dutchgram3799

2 жыл бұрын

Good point about writing on the bag above where the bag is sealed so the bag can be used again! Thank you.

@nancy3662

Жыл бұрын

I have the electric vacuum sealer by Maoyue. It cost $26.89 on Amazon and has all the parts, and then some. The hose will fit your Food Saver or you can use the piece that comes with it and charges up with a usb. It takes the place of your Food Saver. I am a newcomer to all of this and I bought the electric sealer before I actually purchased my vacuum sealer machine.

Never having heard anything definitive on whether Sharpie' ink is toxic, I would hesitate to mark the paper bag, fearing that the chemicals in the ink could leach into the food. Better to mark the outside of the vacuum bag.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with your thinking. I actually mark the folded over part of the bag which is several layers thick. I haven't had any issues so far. (It doesn't even bleed through the first layer). Any other time I do write on the outside. My thinking with this is that I don't want the instructions/ information to be lost once I remove the vac seal bag.

@Stevefor1776

2 жыл бұрын

@@HeartFilledHomemaking Have you heard of out-gassing? It is now a big concern in the construction world and deals with the vapors coming off construction material. Some vapors are bad for surrounding material/equipment, some are simply bad to breathe. Sharpie ink stinks. Having that ink gassing out in the bag with the food worries me as much as the ink itself. I fall on the side of caution.

@free_duh7066

2 жыл бұрын

I feel the same! I have seen others mark the paper bag as well and it makes me cringe lol I mark the outside to be safe.

@dependablycassandra

2 жыл бұрын

Personally, if you want the information protected but on the inside, print it on paper. Printer ink is non-toxic. I prefer to print and stick waterproof labels to the outside. I don't even like the idea of the sharpie on the outside of the plastic.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

@@dependablycassandra Good tip, thanks

I also vacuum seal pancake mix, biscuit mix into family sized portions. Even though the air is sucked out, I add a bay leaf to all of my flour and rice products. Great series!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Great tip! Thanks

@BobbieXxoo

2 жыл бұрын

My Mom always added bay leaves! Thanks for the reminder

@Fireinahorn

2 жыл бұрын

What's Bay leaf do?

@nitab6076

2 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure if there is a science behind adding bay leaves to products containing flour, but it has been preventing any larvae (bugs) from hatching. We live in the south and have never had a problem in over 40 years. It’s another way to protect your preps. Hope that makes sense! Take care!

@SayYes2theLord

2 жыл бұрын

I add them too.

this is a great video. thank you so much.

I'm glad you answered the oxygen absorber question I would have ask. Thank you for this video!

short and concise, excellent.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Thank you! You helped a beginner like me. Very detailed!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Great! Thank you

Awesome 👏. Thanks for sharing this tip of the brown paper bag- definitely going to do this 🙏🏻 .

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks

Thank you for all the great info!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO. YOU MADE MY DAY A WHOLE LOT EASIER!!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks

Thank you for such an informative video! I'm ordering brown bags from Amazon! Great video! Definitely trying this method!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you! I'm happy that you found it helpful.

Thank you. Such wonderful advice.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

The paper bags are a great tip. I’m new and would’ve never have thought of that 👍🏻

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm glad I could help 😊

Thank you so much for this informative video.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful. Thanks for reaching out

This was exactly the info I was looking for. Thank you for making this vid.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

Great! I'm glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching and reaching out

Ok!! I like how the instructions can not be wiped off. Great idea!! Ty!!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Most people felt it was a bad idea. So far I haven't had issues.

I like that the paper bag keeps our food away from the plastic. Good video!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Paper bag...what a great idea...thank you!

Hello ☺️ I’m going to do this for the first time this week. Thanks for the simple directions. I now feel more confident thanks to you.. beautiful blessings to you .. New Sub !🤗🌻

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm happy to hear that I've helped in some way. Welcome to the channel!

Excellent video, especially when you said "barter". You and I know what's up.

@christinedescant8504

2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed. Im not freezing alot of stuff right now. If power gose out, we wi have dry goods and not loose All that food.

Thank you for the video. I have done flour in 1-5 cup measurements and need to do some other things.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I've fallen behind on my sealing and need to get busy on it.

My husband just bought me a vacuum sealer today. 💕 The first thing we sealed up was coffee beans!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Great!

This was fun to watch because I just bought a mini Foodsaver handheld vacuum sealer to prep some meals for dinner. Wish I had gotten one years ago - they come in so handy!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I would be so lost without my vacuum sealer.

@dianehand1396

2 жыл бұрын

I am having trouble with the bags used for the hand held. 50% failure rate. Now what do I do?

This is exactly what I’ve been looking for! Thank you! Hugs!

@janetgrooms4008

2 жыл бұрын

Me too

Solid prepping. Thanks.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

A new person to Vacuum Seal. Your instructions helped me to get started.😀

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

That's great! You're gonna love vacuum sealing

I know it seems simple but I'm not sure I would have thought of using the paper bags. Makes it very neat and clean. Thank you for posting.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Some of my best ideas come from others in this community. Thanks for watching and reaching out.

Great suggestion, placing the cutting board in front - I am surely going to start doing that!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help! Thank you for watching

Darling, bless your heart !

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I like the vacuum sealers with a razor cutter built in, you get a perfect cut with one of those. This is much much easier and more efficient.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. This one is a more economical model. I thought it would be more affordable for beginners. Thanks for watching.

Luanne The cutting board is a great tip I will definitely start doing that…..

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Great!

Thanks 4 sharing! 👏👏👏🥰

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

I have sealed small noodles and spaghetti in brown paper bags also, great shows.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@thefirstnoob5577

3 жыл бұрын

I do the same if I can not leave them in their plastic bag with a hole in it to suck out the air. It keeps the pasta from poking a hole in the seal a meal bags.

Awesome description. I know I cut bags too short so now I leave so much extra room and feel like I’m wasting 🤣

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I cut this one a little big to show but I've wasted tons by cutting too short 😜

Great video...just bought the same model...I found that the Ziploc hack (cutting off the top part to use as air channels) didn't work because the heat wasn't enough to melt the thick Ziploc bag top. I found a KZreadr video from years ago that discovered using shower poof material gave the air channels but was thin enough to melt. I tried it and it works great. I bet the onion bag netting would work also. A way to save on cost of bags.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

That's great! Thanks for sharing

I just bought a Food Saver FM 2100 which has a cutter I could never get a straight cut with my previous old unit Seal-a-meal…….. I just love this Food Saver

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I had one with a cutter and I loved it! Food Saver is the best, in my opinion.

I just vacuum seal right in the box or bag. So far so good. Mylar doesn't like to seal well with either sealer. I can use one to seal and the other to vacuum at the same time. Lol. Sometimes I have to repeat a step.

@JNoMooreNumbers

3 жыл бұрын

@Mary vargas lee I tried some in half gallon jars recently. Had cats knock them over and seal popped so got Foodsaver brand sealer. Seems more reliable for jar sealing. Not a lot in jars still. Keep checking resealed with fresh rice and beans. Tossed the others. In in doubt. Throw it out. Was cleaning a big mess around 2am with it everywhere. I put my sealed mylar in Tidy cat litter tubs too. Seem pretty air tight when I used for used kitty litter. Couldn't smell a thing. I need a bottle opener to open my pressure canned stuff so feel safe there.

Thank you so much!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

I'm new to this, thank you for the tips!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

5 ай бұрын

You're very welcome. I have plans to film more videos about this in the future.

@user-zv4xf4tn5b

5 ай бұрын

I hope so! I'm trying potatoes next. Experimenting. Thank you for the paper bag idea, I would have never thought to do that!

@user-zv4xf4tn5b

5 ай бұрын

Dry soups are coming out uneven as a big lump 😞 so glad to have your channel!

So smart! 😊

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Great ideas

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great thank you for info! I just started to vacuum seal beans in jars and was wondering what else I could seal!!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@omercastro9737

3 жыл бұрын

For your bug out bag vacuum seal your clothes

@danniemcdonald7675

2 жыл бұрын

Anything you want to protect. I have vacuum sealed clothes, shoes, candles and matches/lighters, important papers, cash(when sealing paper, leave a little space prevent the ink from transferring to the bag).

@katievdbshsh757

2 жыл бұрын

Time out with Tiffany -- have you compared prices of brown paper bags on Amazon & $ Tree or $ Store which ever is in your area. Just an idea. God bless you from grandma Katie in Oregon

very good video. I have been vacum sealing for 3 yrs now using the lunch bag but just an FYI sometimes I have had to tape some corners. I did just recently open some flour, powdered sugar & br sugar for holiday baking it was 3yr old and it was perfect. You have to crumble the sugars but thats okay. I use the bags rather then the rolls its easier & I feel I dont waste like I do with the rolls if I cut them to big. I practically vacum seal everything. All sugars, flour, pancake mix, dry milk, coffee creamer & etc.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! That's great! It's good to hear from someone else who can verify this method.

A cutting board and tags with prep instructions can be added as well. I don't know about you but I can't remember how much butter, milk, water etc.. are needed by portion. I often add recipes to my dry ingredients, such as dry beans or dehydrated, freeze dried ingredients.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea! Thanks for sharing

hi, enjoyed the video

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

You can buy the 50 foot rolls of vacuum seal bags with a built in cutter from Cabellas for about 19 to 25 dollars depending on the width you need. I buy them by the case because I vacuum seal everything, if the bag gets wet the food inside is safe as long as you have a good seal.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

I always double seal the foodsaver bags at both ends. I've had a few leaks with 1 seal...never had a problem double sealing since.Just a Tip. Thanks for the share 👌

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea! Thanks for sharing.

@evelynd1355

2 жыл бұрын

I do that also.

@NaomiC336

2 жыл бұрын

I saw that advice earlier and use the tip. Thank you.

Wow! I've noticed Ma'am heart answer all the questions, and for me it's A Wow!!! Other vlogger didn't mind to answer 1 by 1 and repeating questions all over again, even though its say in the video. I have a lot of questions, but I managed to read all comments, because the answers is in the comments. He hehe new subscribers here From Philippines. Thank U po.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate each and every person that takes an interest in my videos. I'll never take that for granted. 🥰 Thank you for subscribing! Welcome!

For all of you paper crafters out there - use your sliding blade paper cutter to cut your bags. Game changer! You can zip through them lickety split and because the paper cutter has the 12 in ruler on it, it's easy to always get the right size. 😉

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

Great tip! Thanks for sharing

I'm a single senior in Chicago. I portion my dry goods into meal portions. I put 1 cup of rice in a paper bag, cut the bag near the crease and make 2 bags using tape. I then put 3 to 4 portions in a vacuum bag and seal it. This way I pull 1 bag with 3 or 4 portions when needed, to my working pantry. I try to cut waste where even I can.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea!!! Thank you for sharing it!

HELLO!!! I'VE REVISITED THIS VIDEO, I'M SO GLAD THAT I WATCHED IT AGAIN!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE DEMONSTRATION, IT IS VERY HELPFUL TO GET ME STARTED!!! I'VE NEVER VACUUMED SEALED BEFORE, BUT THANKS TO YOU IT MAY BE EASY... WHERE DO YOU STORE YOUR FOOD AFTER SEALING THEM? OTHER THAN YOUR CUPBOARDS, THAT IS... DO YOU PUT THEM IN CONTAINERS OR BUCKETS? DID YOU FREEZE THE ITEMS BEFORE YOU PREPPED THEM TO VACUUM SEAL THEM FIRST? I REALLY DON'T HAVE THE SPACE TO DO THAT AT THE MOMENT (FREEZING, THAT IS) I THANK YOU KINDLY!!! LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR RESPONSE... THANKS AGAIN!!!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Great! I'm so happy to hear that! I keep some of it in the pantry and most in buckets. I do freeze what I can before but you could freeze it later after opening it. It's the air that hatches any bugs. Thanks for watching!

@mselmsel3203

2 жыл бұрын

@@HeartFilledHomemaking THANK YOU!!! CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU ON/FOR YOUR SUBSCRIBERS SUPPORT AND THE "NEW NAME" CHANNEL!!! CONTINUE TO BE JUST WHO YOU ARE DEAR!!! LOOKING FORWARD TO THE UPCOMING VIDEOS!!! BEST WISHES TO YOU AND THE FAMILY IN THE UPCOMING HOLIDAY SEASON!!! TAKE CARE DEAR!!!

Yeah, I was stunned by the waste in the size of bags used in his video. I work my rolls of baggage to get every INCH and the most bang for my buck!! Otherwise, good information.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I do too and you can be at ease to know that nothing was wasted, Lol. I just wanted to make sure that people new to vacuum sealing could see how the bags form a seal around the food. When I seal dry goods using the separate paper bags, I often reuse the sealer bags. Unless they're too small after opening to fit anything else into them. Thanks for watching.

Hey love, learning so much from your sage wisdom and tips! Just wanted to point out one little thing, that can be a REALLY BIG thing in baking. While your measuring device is two cups, it is for liquid measure. If you use that measurement in baking you will not have as successful results as you would if you used a leveled off dry cup measure. Flour for baking should be lightly spilled into a dry cup mounded over and then a delicate sweep from a knife edge to level. Don't shake, don't cram, and never scoop the cup into the flour. If you were to take your liquid measured flour and a lightly filled dry cup flour portion and weigh them, you will find your technique will be at least 2+ tablespoons too much per cup! 1/4 cup of flour more and your cake will not light and fluffy nor would your biscuits. Same with potato flake, rice, grains, sugar, hot cereals. Etc. ~ Try the dry cup measure...you will end up with at least one extra bag of two cups! my best to you!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I grabbed the liquid cups mainly because it was just going to be for us and it would pour easier into the bag. I should be more aware while making "tutorials", Lol.

@b.walker5955

2 жыл бұрын

@@HeartFilledHomemaking Yes, I am much like a back seat driver...it is YOU DOING THE DRIVING (not me spending time producing videos) as that back seat driver I am focused on the mailbox you may hit if you jump the curb, do a UTURN and run over the daisies. "Mind the mail box Richard" (PBS show Keeping up Appearances). Ha ha ha! When I first begin a home keeping I chose to economically buy ONE measuring cup. Liquid. I thought I was brilliant! One will do all! Results: Husband choked down my cakes, biscuits and brownies. Could never figure out what I was doing wrong, until It hit me. It is the CUP of measure. I have since been the one who gets the requests to do all the baking. While I have advanced to weight/scale even that there is a significant difference in volume from dry measure. As long as someone takes your bagged flour and pours it into a dry cup, levels it off all will be a fine crumb resulting in a great light baked good in the end. PLUS your system provides enough flour to line baking pans or roll biscuits. Who do I think am I to grab the steering wheel at this point? Daisies are still standing with you driving. Keep up the great work! XO Much love, be well.

@grandmab6114

2 жыл бұрын

B. Walker Nice touch...having that knowledgeable backseat driver has saved many a mailbox “whoopsies”.

@b.walker5955

2 жыл бұрын

@@grandmab6114 Ha ha. You never know, they may have pulled it off at the last second, before we corrected them. Often hear, I have never hit a mail box thus far... : )

@S_Bat

2 жыл бұрын

I do 2.5 lbs of flour - I figure I'll do the real measuring after I open the bag and am making something with the flour

Thank you for this amazing video, how long would the food be good for?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! It should add 2-3 years to its original shelf life

Excellent tutorial! Thank you so much. The only thing I do differently is that I have a B&W copier (not color ink because it fades over time) and I copy the item logo and the instructions/ingredient area. Then clip one of each of the copies of instruction/ingredient area into small label sizes and duplicate enough of them to make an entire sheet (creating multiple labels). Make a master sheet of each type of food and keep the PDF for future use (until computers no longer work LOL) You can also use 2x4" avery labels and just stick the duplicated labels to the paper sacks.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

10 ай бұрын

That's a great idea! I've received tons of comments about my use of the marker, Lol. I write on the thick, folded side of the bag, and I've never had an issue. Thanks for watching and for reaching out.

@notarypublic1390

10 ай бұрын

It is a good idea to use a permanent marker! I agree. I actually write the date or something that might be relevant with a marker also. I just package my food with a photo of the food label that way if I ever had to barter it then it is apparent the brand or other info that is too lengthy to write :) @@HeartFilledHomemaking

@notarypublic1390

10 ай бұрын

May I ask where you find the most economical mylar and foodsaver bags? I have lots of brown bags but need to stock up on the mylar and foodsaver type again. So far, Kirkland or Costco brand seems to offer more in the box but are they the same quality as Food Saver Brand?

Thankyou

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

😁👍

My concern with the Sharpie used would be the issue of your food products picking up the taste of the Sharpie ink. so your good potato flakes would be Sharpie flavored. The scent of the ink is strong. It would be much like storing a strong smelling chopped onion near your opened cream cheese or stick butter. It will pick up the taste of the onion bc the smell is so strong. I would label the outside of the pkg. in this case.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Yes several have made the same comment. Do what makes you comfortable. I personally haven't had an issue. It's written on the thickest fold of the bag so maybe that helps. Thanks

The measuring is fine, but I personally have too much else to do. I'll separate the food and seal up approximate amounts. Measuring later is fine. Bartering away food is not likely to happen in the food strapped times ahead.

I ALWAYS put a 100cc 02 ox inside the bag prior to Vac. Seal of the bag of any powder goods or, rice ,coffee, cereal, crackers ETC...

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

O2 absorbers really help. Thanks for sharing

Fixing to start doing this and I'm buying a dehydrator as well

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

That's great! I need to bring my dehydrator out. We've mainly only used it to make jerky so it'll be a new learning experience for me.

@sandrataylor8966

2 жыл бұрын

Be careful vacuum sealing dried fruit or any food with a moisture content over 10% as it can lead to botulism. Freeze dried fruit is fine but dehydrated fruit is problematic. I recently dehydrated corn and carrots. The corn was fine but carrots were not completely conditioned.

@ultramagapatriot5874

2 жыл бұрын

@@sandrataylor8966 thanks for the heads up

Great tutorial. Only thing is you should use dry measuring cups for dried goods. That glass neutering cup is for liquids. There is a difference.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes, I'm aware. I used it so I could put it into the bags without making a mess on camera. I should've mentioned the difference.

thankyou :D

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for watching

Hello which one is more cost effective the make your own bag or the separate bags thanks for the great video

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Great question. It really all depends on how you're using them. I use the precut when sealing 1lb pkgs of ground meat, but I make my own when it's odd sizes or in this case, the powders may use less.

The textured vac bags can be used to put items away in the freezer, the pantry, even do 'boil in bag meals'. They can be reused a number of times with dry goods, washed out and reused with frozen veggies, just cut them open right along the vacuum seal. I usually do 2 and 1/2 pounds of flour in a paper lunch bag, then vac that. Also do 2 cups of rice at a time in a divided bag so that I have 2 sections of rice in a single bag. Just put the first 2 cups in a bag, then roll up the top until it fits into the vac chamber, vac and seal as close to the rice in the first section as you can get it, then the 2nd cups into the upper section, then vac and seal that one.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

These are great tips! I especially like the double rice idea. Thanks for sharing!

I prefer to put writing on out side of vac bag to prevent the ink fumes getting into product

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Have you had that happen? What was the product? That's a good point that several have made, but so far I haven't had that issue. I make sure to write on the folded over part of the bag. Thanks

I've watched a few of these videos, and it seems there is so much extra bag per item. Yes I know you can rescue it, but the bags are not cheap.

I do the same.

I always freeze my bags of flour or grains in freezer bags at zero degrees F. for at least a week before doing anything with them. That kills anyt6hing in there.

Hi! I have gotten serious this week with my vacuum sealer and long term food storage. I have a question - can those packets of Idaho Potato Mixes (the flavored ones) and those packets of Bisquik Biscuit Mix be vacuumed and stored long term? I am concerned about the oil the mixes and can’t find a definitive answer to this regarding long term storage. So glad I found your channel :). Thanks!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there! I'm so glag you're here, welcome! Bisquick is shelf stable for at least 1 year and beyond that, in my opinion, freezing it in an air tight container is the safest way to store it long term. Honestly, I've never really thought about the flavored potatoes. I rotate through mine on a regular basis, but I would think they would last a couple years unopened and NOT vacuum sealed. Hope this helps.

@susanstellato8065

2 жыл бұрын

@@HeartFilledHomemaking thank you so much! There’s just some confusing information regarding mixes that contain oil. This was very helpful :). I am going to vacuum seal those packet mixes of Bisquik and then freeze and use as needed. I’m still trying to figure out how I should store long term those 20 packets of flavored Idaho potatoes lol!

@22lupega

2 жыл бұрын

Hello can I do the same for rice and elbow pasta in a brown paper bag ? Thank you 😊

@MamaTthaOG

2 жыл бұрын

@@susanstellato8065 I have the exact same concerns and questions. I keep hearing that the food needs to be less than 10% moisture to safely vacuum seal and especially when using oxygen absorbers, but I haven't figured out how to determine the moisture content of a food. I've looked it up and still can't figure it out. If anyone knows, it would be Greatly appreciated! I also have a bunch of those flavored potato flakes packets. Right now I just have them in their original packets and inside of gallon size Ziploc baggies just zipped up to try to preserve freshness, but I'm not even sure about that.

@christinedescant8504

2 жыл бұрын

Hi. Wath I've done is before sealing ,the store bought packets of mixes , i prick the pouch With a needle. That way the air is sucked out of both bags. I put the end of pouch that is pricked towards the opposite end of bag thats to be sealed. That way no mix Gose into yr sealer. I consider ,it will be good At least 1year from package expiration date. This will get us started until we find other info . I saw this on another site , cant remember which one. I. Doing dry cookie mix , Pancake mix, bisquit mix. I feel an regency to get lots of this done. Good luck. Hope this helps

Can I use the white paper lunch bags instead of the brown ones? Have them leftover from our kids when they packed school lunches.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! The purpose of the bag is to prevent the product from being sucked into the vacuum.

Great video. I have never did dry goods but I am starting now. Do you know how long they will last in the vacuum seal bags? For example if the noodles say Dec 2022.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Vacuum sealing will add a few years to the shelf life. Thanks for watching

Great idea! But I’m a bit concerned about the VOC’s from the Sharpie ink. I think it’s safer to use a label on the Outside of the sealed vacuum bag. This may help to prevent the ink fumes from being absorbed by the food inside of the paper bag. Thanks for sharing.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, thanks. Alot of people have said that. I haven't had any issues so far. However, I have had issues with the writing wearing off of the outside. I write on the part that is thick and folded over several times. But yes you can definitely write on the outside if it's a concern.

@jeanniewahine5443

2 жыл бұрын

@Heart Filled Kitchen Personally, even after drying, Sharpies have a smell that gives me a migraine, especially the formula used in the broad chisel tips. Some pen ink smells, too, so I just use something else to mark it, not a big deal. A non-toxic crayon, or a regular or colored pencil all work fine. Or, if you want a marker, use a water-based one such as a Crayola marker, they are non-toxic. The children's section of a craft or drug store will have non-toxic options. I think marking the inner bag is more practical so the writing doesn't get removed as easily and you can reuse the vacuum bags without worrying about it. If someone still wants to use Sharpies on the vacuum bag, alcohol removes the ink. There may be a shadow image remaining, but that won't affect writing over it.

@digsindirt4490

2 жыл бұрын

If you’re concerned about sharpie ink, use a pencil on the paper bags. It works.

@sassylady2001

2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever heard of using a pencil on a piece of paper slipped between the paper bag and vac seal bag?

Does this method mean I don't hafta freeze my flour, rice, ect. ? Very informative, thank you!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

3 жыл бұрын

I do place my flour in ther freezer for a few days prior to vacuum sealing however I have heard that it's not necessary.

@sharonwillis993

3 жыл бұрын

You need to freeze it for a couple of days to kill any bugs or bug eggs that may be in the bag

@BobbieXxoo

2 жыл бұрын

Could you freeze them after being sealed?

Could you use Mylar bags the same way. Will both the mylar and the vacuum last the same ?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Mylar bags along with oxygen absorbers are slightly better for long term storage. Vacuum sealing bags are clear which allow light in and air will seap in over time. I maintain a 3-5 year pantry so I'm perfectly ok with vacuum sealing. Any longer I would recommend mylar with absorbers.

Hi, I'm wondering if it's possible to vacuum seal store bought granola/breakfast bars (x amount per bag), if I were to poke a pin hole in the wrapper? If so, how long fo you think it would prolong the shelf life? Thank you!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Good question! You would have to do some research on that. Keeping it airtight would keep it from going stale but my concern would be the oils and nuts may still become rancid. My preferred method would be to freeze them in the original pkgs. And bring out the night before. Thanks for reaching out! Sorry I don't have a definitive answer.

What about bug eggs in the paper bags? Should your freeze your bags for a few days prior to putting your dry goods in them?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Do what brings you peace of mind. I personally haven't had an issue with bugs being in the actual bags. Bags do attract bugs, but with them being sealed in the vacuum seal bag I don't think it would be a problem. If this is a major concern, and if you have the space, you can store the sealed bags in the freezer until ready to use.

You look so much like Sally Fields!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't heard that one before, Lol. Thanks for watching

I'm doing garlic peeled in a bag. If I use my accessory do I have to put in the fridge or on a shelf

@HeartFilledHomemaking

11 ай бұрын

I would store in the freezer for long-term use.

I need to start doing this. I want to start with cornmeal , A/P flour and sugar. What’s the Shelf life if I follow your packing Suggestion. Johnny Wilson. Charleston South Carolina.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

3-5 years in a cool, dark pantry or possibly up to 10 years if sealed and stored in the freezer. However, air doesn't harm sugar. Moisture is the enemy of sugar. Whole wheat flours and cornmeal will not last as long because of oils. Over time air will begin to enter the vacuum sealed bags. I keep a 3-5 year pantry but if you want to store these items longer than 3 years, I'd recommend mylar bags with oxygen absorbers for storing these items beyond 10 years. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching.

@johnw0209

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. You’re dee only one dat answer me. Love U.

Hello can I do the same for elbow pasta and rice in the brown paper bag ?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, however I can't guarantee that the elbows wouldn't crush. I would also add oxygen absorbers to the rice if going for even longer shelf life. I always recommend mylar and absorbers if storing for over 5 years as the vacuum seal bags gradually lose their seal. I hope this answers your questions. Thanks

And I’m sorry for all the questions but would it be OK to vacuum seal the oatmeal without a paper bag? Also is it OK to vacuum seal beans dry milk and beans without using a Oxygen absorber

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

The paper bag is necessary to keep the oats from being sucked into the vacuum. Oxygen absorbers are a personal preference. I don't use them when vacuum sealing.

Do I have to freeze the flour? Also, if I do, how long should I wait after taking it out of the freezer to vacuum seal? Thank you!

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can freeze for at least 24 hours and then let it thaw at room temp for 24 hours. Thanks!

Would you know if vacuum sealing in a glass jar would have a longer shelf life?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure which would last longer. I prefer bags because they take up less room and I rotate through most of my food within 3 years. Sorry I can't give a better answer

I watched another video that suggested freezing all items first to kill off any larve. What are your thoughts on that?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I always freeze for 2 days and thaw for 1. Technically without oxygen they won't hatch but this eliminates them ever hatching.

@kendrawarren3605

2 жыл бұрын

@@HeartFilledHomemaking is it better to do before vac sealing or can u freeze after n then put back on shelf after the two days

@christinedescant8504

2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree freeze everything first for several days ,. My mom did this freezing method 60 years ago.

Can we do this with pre- packaged muffin mixes, cake mixes, brownie mixes, cornbread mixes also and if so do we have to freeze them to kill any bugs etc? I have heard a ton about freezing all these items first before we pack them into storage?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I think it would work just fine as long as there's no oils or nuts involved. Oxygen is what allows the bugs to hatch. If you seal it in portioned pkgs that you will use shortly after opening it should be fine without freezing. If you are sealing in bulk for long term (years) then yes I would freeze first because oxygen begins to leak into the bags over time.

@TRUMPGIRL-px4ll

2 жыл бұрын

@@HeartFilledHomemaking Thank you. Do you freeze the flour type and oat type packages in advance to kill the potential bugs?

What keeps the maker from bleeding thru the bag into your food? It may be better to mark on the outside sealed bag.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

You could write on the outside. So far I haven't had any issues. I write on the part that has been folded down.

There’s another tutorial online showing, suggesting, that oxygen absorbers be used as well. I use them in mylar bag storage but I didn’t think I need them here. Opinions?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I think it really depends on your goal. It has been proven that over time vacuum sealed bags begin to take on air. I don't prep for 20-30+ years. I rotate through my preps within 3-5 years, so I don't worry too much about it.

@nhilet143

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking about that too, and at the same tine 25yrs to prepare for is a pretty loooonnnggggg time. 3-5 years is my ideal goal. Thank you for the video.

@JasonGage

2 жыл бұрын

@@HeartFilledHomemaking What If you put the vacuumed sealed bags in a mylar bag w/oxygen absorbers?

DO you need not get absorbers for any of these items?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

You can. Without they'll be fine for several years before oxygen starts seeping through the bags. so I don't worry about it.

Is there any reason to freeze the flour to kill off larvae or bugs already in flour if you are removing the air like this?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

I personally believe that it would depend on how long you plan on storing the flour because oxygen does begin to seep into the sealed bags over time. I also freeze my flour when it's possible because there's no way of truly knowing how long it's already been on the shelf or in storage before I buy it. In most cases i don't bring it straight home and vacuum in the same day.

@christinesmith8721

2 жыл бұрын

I freeze flour for 3 days, take out of freezer for 2 days, then freeze again 3 days to kill the new eggs that may have appeared for longer storage up to a year...But if it's not for long storage I don't bother with freezing 👍 😀

How long does it extended the shelf life to vacuum seal?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

At least 3-5- years

Does that Food Saver not have a cutter or where you can put the roll?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

No this model doesn't.

What is the shelf life for vacuumed sealed food? Is it the same as if you use mylar bags & oxygen absorbers?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

It adds several years to their shelf life. I recommend if you're storing for more than 5 years use mylar bags and oxygen absorbers instead of vacuum sealing.

Hello. Which vacuum sealer do you recommend?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

We have always used the Food Saver brand. They're usually available at Walmart in various sizes.

use it to protect your cell phone ,car keys when in boat or fishing

@HeartFilledHomemaking

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

Can you do this with dry rice and beans?

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Yes. This is best for brown rice which doesn't last as long as white. White already last a very long time but vacuum sealing will add several more years to both. Same goes for beans. If you're looking for 25-30 year storage, I would recommend mylar with oxygen absorbers in buckets. I personally don't stock up for that long, but some people do.

How long time preserve the food with the vacum sealer??

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

It should add 2-4 years to the expiration date if stored in a cool, dry, dark area

I write the directions on the bag also.

@HeartFilledHomemaking

2 жыл бұрын

Good tip! Thanks